vegetarian mommies?

I've been vegetarian for 3.5years and goiing.. Not for any particular reason just kind of grew out of the taste of it.. But a I swear If I hear 'you need to start eating meat' one more time am gonna go pregnancy postal on everyone... Just because not showing much am perfectly healthy and so is my son!!! Ugh!!! Lay off!!! Like i don't care if people around me eat meat my bf does and our child will too until he can decide for himself! Ahhh!!!! So frustrating!!

Sorry needed the 'vent' it's the progesterone kickin in

Just wondering if there are any vegetarian mommies on here?

I've been vegetarian for 3.5years and goiing.. Not for any particular reason just kind of grew out of the taste of it.. But a I swear If I hear 'you need to start eating meat' one more time am gonna go pregnancy postal on everyone... Just because not showing much am perfectly healthy and so is my son!!! Ugh!!! Lay off!!! Like i don't care if people around me eat meat my bf does and our child will too until he can decide for himself! Ahhh!!!! So frustrating!!

I feel the same way sometimes especially when I'm experiencing a wave of grumpiness. I've been a vegetarian for about 10 years now and everyone constantly asks "Have you had a meat craving yet? You know you will before your due date." The person then feels compelled to tell me about some vegetarian or vegan person they know who used to sneak off to satisfy protein cravings while pregnant.

I've always made sure my protein intake is sufficient and haven't craved meat at any point over the last 10 years. I don't see why my body would start now as long as I keep doing the same. I suppose vegetarian moms-to-be just have to chalk it up to a unique bit of unsolicited advice we have to smile and nod at.

I feel the same way sometimes especially when I'm experiencing a wave of grumpiness. I've been a vegetarian for about 10 years now and everyone constantly asks "Have you had a meat craving yet? You know you will before your due date." The person then feels compelled to tell me about some vegetarian or vegan person they know who used to sneak off to satisfy protein cravings while pregnant.

I've always made sure my protein intake is sufficient and haven't craved meat at any point over the last 10 years. I don't see why my body would start now as long as I keep doing the same. I suppose vegetarian moms-to-be just have to chalk it up to a unique bit of unsolicited advice we have to smile and nod at.

I consider myself a pseudovegetarian. I eat certain things, but not others. Kind of particular. Reintro'd some foods into my diet years ago to ensure I had enough protein. I've feared having cravings for steak or spaghetti & meatballs w/ this pregnancy, but so far, so good! :-)

I consider myself a pseudovegetarian. I eat certain things, but not others. Kind of particular. Reintro'd some foods into my diet years ago to ensure I had enough protein. I've feared having cravings for steak or spaghetti & meatballs w/ this pregnancy, but so far, so good! :-)

Im a vegetarian too! Have been for 15 yrs! I still get the "don't you think you should eat meat?" question!! I've already had one very healthy baby being vegetarian so I wanna tell them all to back off!

Im a vegetarian too! Have been for 15 yrs! I still get the "don't you think you should eat meat?" question!! I've already had one very healthy baby being vegetarian so I wanna tell them all to back off!

Thanks for posting this so we could all vent! I think it is extremely rude when people say things like "You should eat meat," or "You don't know what you're missing," and then don't take me seriously when I say "No, I shouldn't." and "Yes, I do, and I'm SO glad I'm 'missing' it." Pure ignorance. The baby gets used to what we eat, so I wouldn't even be surprised if at this point we did eat meat it would not be good for baby.Â

Thanks for posting this so we could all vent! I think it is extremely rude when people say things like "You should eat meat," or "You don't know what you're missing," and then don't take me seriously when I say "No, I shouldn't." and "Yes, I do, and I'm SO glad I'm 'missing' it." Pure ignorance. The baby gets used to what we eat, so I wouldn't even be surprised if at this point we did eat meat it would not be good for baby.Â

Oh it so nice reading the replies and knowing am not alone :) it's especially frustrating becaus i was slim pre pregnancy and not THAT big now 23weeks preggo.. N a lot are like u need to eat meat!!! NO I DONT!! It's called genes n high metabolism!!! Ugh!! But as long as ob says my baby is healthy than that's all that matters.. N my non-vegetarian BF has also been perfectly ok with my 'diet' so YAY!!!! N seriously there ain't nothin wrong with what we choose not to eat n it's soo annoying when people treat like it's some kind of disease or something n it's harming baby!! WHATEVER am pretty sure all those fast food hamburgers are a heck of a lot more 'hatmful'

Oh it so nice reading the replies and knowing am not alone :) it's especially frustrating becaus i was slim pre pregnancy and not THAT big now 23weeks preggo.. N a lot are like u need to eat meat!!! NO I DONT!! It's called genes n high metabolism!!! Ugh!! But as long as ob says my baby is healthy than that's all that matters.. N my non-vegetarian BF has also been perfectly ok with my 'diet' so YAY!!!! N seriously there ain't nothin wrong with what we choose not to eat n it's soo annoying when people treat like it's some kind of disease or something n it's harming baby!! WHATEVER am pretty sure all those fast food hamburgers are a heck of a lot more 'hatmful'

I recently became a veg head lol. And honestly it's been the best choice health wise ive ever made. I'm huge tho! Luckily no one has told me to eat meat just to make sure I'm getting enough protein but what people don't realize is you really don't need all the protein meat gives you. A high protein diet can actually CAUSE CANCER!!! I do miss the taste of certain things like fried chicken and BBQ meats oh and al pastor tacos (Mexican style pork) but I gave that up for health reasons. And this is definitely not a proven fact but I was told for years I could never have children because of a hormonal imbalance causing me to not ovulate. After I became a vegetarian I started having regular periods (I've NEVER had a regular period) and a few months later I became pregnant despite what all my doctors have said!!!

People need to do some research before they open their mouths. If you know what your doing and eat correctly being a vegetarian is the best diet. Lots of people are realizing this. Like Montel Williams that talk show host that used to be on a few years ago he has parkinsons disease and his vegetarian diet has actually helped him take control of his disease. It's all in how you do it.

I share these facts with people willing to recieved them. And ignore the ones who think they know "better" you are doing what's right for you and in the en that's all that matters. When people tell me meat is better I just say not for me it isn't! I was 40lbs heavier and infertile before I stopped eating meat so don't tell me meat is better. Lol email me if u girls have any questions or just want to talk =) bdmiller022@yahoo.com I have lots of recipes and more FACTS about vegetarian/vegan diets.

I recently became a veg head lol. And honestly it's been the best choice health wise ive ever made. I'm huge tho! Luckily no one has told me to eat meat just to make sure I'm getting enough protein but what people don't realize is you really don't need all the protein meat gives you. A high protein diet can actually CAUSE CANCER!!! I do miss the taste of certain things like fried chicken and BBQ meats oh and al pastor tacos (Mexican style pork) but I gave that up for health reasons. And this is definitely not a proven fact but I was told for years I could never have children because of a hormonal imbalance causing me to not ovulate. After I became a vegetarian I started having regular periods (I've NEVER had a regular period) and a few months later I became pregnant despite what all my doctors have said!!!

People need to do some research before they open their mouths. If you know what your doing and eat correctly being a vegetarian is the best diet. Lots of people are realizing this. Like Montel Williams that talk show host that used to be on a few years ago he has parkinsons disease and his vegetarian diet has actually helped him take control of his disease. It's all in how you do it.

I share these facts with people willing to recieved them. And ignore the ones who think they know "better" you are doing what's right for you and in the en that's all that matters. When people tell me meat is better I just say not for me it isn't! I was 40lbs heavier and infertile before I stopped eating meat so don't tell me meat is better. Lol email me if u girls have any questions or just want to talk =) bdmiller022@yahoo.com I have lots of recipes and more FACTS about vegetarian/vegan diets.

I'm a veggie so is DH. Being from a traditional Hispanic family I hear the meat thing all the time. Honestly I just ignore it. My midwife is veggie too & she "quizzed" us on our first visit. She said it was great & that we better than other vegs. We have no process foods in the house. Whole grain, legumes, greens, veggies & fruit. I do crave & eat some fast food fries or in-n-out grilled cheese. But no cravings for meat. Good luck! And just thank your lucky stars you don't have a little grandma bringing meat dishes for you & the baby. ;) Are neighbors have been really full lately. ;)

I'm a veggie so is DH. Being from a traditional Hispanic family I hear the meat thing all the time. Honestly I just ignore it. My midwife is veggie too & she "quizzed" us on our first visit. She said it was great & that we better than other vegs. We have no process foods in the house. Whole grain, legumes, greens, veggies & fruit. I do crave & eat some fast food fries or in-n-out grilled cheese. But no cravings for meat. Good luck! And just thank your lucky stars you don't have a little grandma bringing meat dishes for you & the baby. ;) Are neighbors have been really full lately. ;)

I have been a vegetarian all of my life, and never once thought to change my diet for pregnancy. Â I am thankful that I go to a midwife and clinic where it is widely accepted, and there was information given to me up front on vegetarian pregnancy. Â However, I haven't changed a thing for the pregnancy as far as diet, so I didn't really need it. Â I do find it encouraging that they give it, because some are not as "seasoned" as I am, since I've been a "veggie killer" for 29 years. Â I did lose 10 lbs in the first trimester, but that was because I couldn't stand the thought of food or the smell, so I just couldn't eat. Â It had nothing to do with what I was actually eating. Â Baby and mommy are healthy, and that's what counts! Â The truth is, being vegetarian doesn't necessarily mean being more healthy, as there is plenty out there that isn't particularly good for you! Â However, you can't go wrong with fruits and veggies, after all, that was the original diet for the human race, and they lived a lot longer back in the beginning. Â :-) Â So take heart, you are doing what is right for your body and your baby (not saying those who eat meat aren't, but this is what you've chosen), and that's what you can tell people. Â Everyone has their opinions, and they love to share them! Â This it the time when it seems OK for everyone to give unwanted advice and attention. Â Good luck!

I have been a vegetarian all of my life, and never once thought to change my diet for pregnancy. Â I am thankful that I go to a midwife and clinic where it is widely accepted, and there was information given to me up front on vegetarian pregnancy. Â However, I haven't changed a thing for the pregnancy as far as diet, so I didn't really need it. Â I do find it encouraging that they give it, because some are not as "seasoned" as I am, since I've been a "veggie killer" for 29 years. Â I did lose 10 lbs in the first trimester, but that was because I couldn't stand the thought of food or the smell, so I just couldn't eat. Â It had nothing to do with what I was actually eating. Â Baby and mommy are healthy, and that's what counts! Â The truth is, being vegetarian doesn't necessarily mean being more healthy, as there is plenty out there that isn't particularly good for you! Â However, you can't go wrong with fruits and veggies, after all, that was the original diet for the human race, and they lived a lot longer back in the beginning. Â :-) Â So take heart, you are doing what is right for your body and your baby (not saying those who eat meat aren't, but this is what you've chosen), and that's what you can tell people. Â Everyone has their opinions, and they love to share them! Â This it the time when it seems OK for everyone to give unwanted advice and attention. Â Good luck!

DH and I are both vegetarians. I would not even think about eating meat during pregnancy. I don't see why i would get cravings for meat if i never liked it before. Not really anyone bothered us about meat during pregnancy, only before they would say something once in a while. But some people are wondering if we are going to have our baby on a vegetarian diet. We say of course. Why would we all of a sudden have meat in the house. Besides babies eat vegetarian at the beginning anyway so what is the big deal to keep out meat forever. I'm glad to find other vegetarians here. And all of you are due in January also?

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DH and I are both vegetarians. I would not even think about eating meat during pregnancy. I don't see why i would get cravings for meat if i never liked it before. Not really anyone bothered us about meat during pregnancy, only before they would say something once in a while. But some people are wondering if we are going to have our baby on a vegetarian diet. We say of course. Why would we all of a sudden have meat in the house. Besides babies eat vegetarian at the beginning anyway so what is the big deal to keep out meat forever. I'm glad to find other vegetarians here. And all of you are due in January also?

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